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Rabitrol Benefits & Uses

Rabitrol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Other Benefits

Rabitrol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rabitrol Related Warnings

Is the use of Rabitrol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Rabitrol safely.

Safe
Is the use of Rabitrol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rabitrol. Immediately discontinue Rabitrol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rabitrol on the Kidneys?

Rabitrol does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rabitrol on the Liver?

Rabitrol has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rabitrol on the Heart?

Using Rabitrol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rabitrol with Other Drugs

Rabitrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Rabitrol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rabitrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Rabitrol

Is this Rabitrol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rabitrol has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Rabitrol can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Rabitrol is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Rabitrol for mental disorders.

No

Rabitrol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rabitrol

You can take Rabitrol with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabitrol

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rabitrol as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rabitrol

Question about 5 years ago

Is Rabitrol an antibiotic?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Rabitrol is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Rabitrol?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rabitrol is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.

Question almost 5 years ago

Why Rabitrol is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

This is because a long-term use of Rabitrol can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Rabitrol cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Rabitrol causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rabitrol, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Rabitrol given with domperidone?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rabitrol is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.